City Manager Teresa Wilson Recognizes Finance Department Staff for Certificate of Achievement

September 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – City Manager Teresa Wilson recognized the City of Columbia Finance Department’s staff today for their efforts in receiving the Certificate of Achievement in Financial Reporting. The Certificate…

Chapin Town Council sets date for special referendum for Nov. 4

September 8, 2014

CHAPIN, SC – The Chapin Town Council voted unanimously at a special called meeting to set November 4, 2014, for a ballot referendum for Chapin voters to select their preferred form…

Derrick, Stubbs & Stith announces new management team

September 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Derrick, Stubbs & Stith, LLP, has created a management committee of experienced members who will steer the firm as it continues to offer a broad range of…

Master Educator Leads Profession Through Online Collaboration

September 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Killian Elementary School teacher Ramona Brown has been selected as a facilitator for the National Education Association’s Great Public Schools (NEA GPS) Network. The network is an online…

Derrick, Stubbs & Stith announces new management team

September 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Derrick, Stubbs & Stith, LLP, has created a management committee of experienced members who will steer the firm as it continues to offer a broad range of…

More than 1,400 Patients Receive Free Dental Care at Two-Day Clinic; Value of Services Estimated Over $1.2 Million

September 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – An estimated 1,412 patients received more than $1.2 million in free dental services at the sixth annual Dental Access Days event held on August 8 and 9…

Palmetto South Mortgage Corporation Assumes First Community Bank Name

September 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – First Community Bank is pleased to announce that Palmetto South Mortgage Corporation is now operating under the First Community Bank name, making the combined units one of…

Robert Visbisky Named to Audit Team at Scott and Company CPAs

September 8, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Certified public accountant Robert Visbisky has joined Scott and Company LLC, one of South Carolina’s leading accounting and consulting firms, as a Senior Auditor on the Assurance…

Good City Architects Designing Quest Church Gateway Campus

September 6, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC – Good City Architects, an architect and interior design firm in Greenville, SC, is nearing completion on the design of Quest Church’s new Gateway Campus in Grovetown, GA.…

South Carolina Teaching Fellows Application Open Until December 1st

September 5, 2014

High school seniors interested in becoming a teacher can receive up to $24,000 for college.  ROCK HILL, SC – The South Carolina Teaching Fellows Program has begun accepting applications for…

Indie Grits Film Festival, “Future Perfect,” Announces 2015 Festival Dates, Call for Artists

September 5, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Indie Grits Film Festival, the Southeast’s premier film and culture festival in Columbia, S.C. for DIY media-makers, will take place April 15-19, 2015, and for the first time, the festival…

SCRA Technology Ventures Announces USAP Awards

September 5, 2014

Three Companies Receive University Start-up Assistance Program Awards COLUMBIA, SC –  SCRA Technology Ventures today announced thatAdditive Drug Delivery Devices (AD3), ConnecTiss and VRM Labsrecently received University Start-up Assistance Program (USAP) funding. All…

North Columbia residents organize against beer and wine licensing

September 5, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – A group of concerned North Columbia residents is organizing to resist the growing number of retail sites in the area licensed to sell beer and wine. Concerned…

South Carolina Realtor® selected as national community award finalist

September 5, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC –  The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has recognized South Carolina REALTOR® (SCR) Jane B. Locke, as one of 10 finalists for REALTOR® Magazine’s 2014 Good Neighbor Awards. The award…

State Extends Winning Streak

September 5, 2014

SC Earns Prominent Award for Annual Financial Report for 26th Consecutive Year COLUMBIA, SC – Continuing a generation-long streak, S.C. Comptroller General Richard Eckstrom’s office has received a prestigious national financial reporting award…

Collins & Lacy, P.C. Receives Multiple Honors in Statewide Communications Awards Program

September 5, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The Collins & Lacy Marketing Department received recognition for its communications programs during the International Association of Business Communicators’ (IABC-South Carolina) 2014 Annual Palmetto Awards. The Palmetto Awards…

South Carolina Teaching Fellows Application Open Until December 1st

September 5, 2014

High school seniors interested in becoming a teacher can receive up to $24,000 for college.  ROCK HILL, SC – The South Carolina Teaching Fellows Program has begun accepting applications for…

Moore School and Oxford University establish new program

September 4, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Two seniors from the Darla Moore School of Business and South Carolina Honors College at the University of South Carolina will head to Oxford University in January…

Ride With Heart!

September 4, 2014

September 4 – October 23 Thursdays @ 5:30 p.m. 1125 Lady Street, Columbia, SC 29205 803-764-7984   A HOT DEAL FOR COLUMBIA’S HOTTEST NEW WORKOUT   What’s hot? Þ    SWEAT…

Logan Bagley joins United Community Bank’s Specialized Lending Team

September 4, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC – United Community Bank welcomes experienced banker Logan Bagley to its Specialized Lending Team as Vice President, SBA Business Development Officer. Bagley will be based in the bank’s Greenville,…

The Hydr8tor Lands with Great Aplomb

September 4, 2014

Crafticup, Inc. Introduces Football Shaped Souvenir Cup for Football Fans.   COLUMBIA, SC – The long awaited ‘The Hydr8or’, a most unique football shaped sports drink bottle made its debut…

Kelly Perritt Joins Providence Hospitals as Marketing & Communications Director

September 4, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Kelly Perritt will join Providence Hospitals as marketing and communications director beginning Sept. 8. In this role, she will coordinate all internal and external communications, including online strategies,…

Healthy Organization Institute Welcomes Applications for 2015 Class

September 4, 2014

SPARTANBURG, SC – The Healthy Organization Institute (HOI) is now accepting applications for its 2015 class. The HOI, which was launched as a pilot program this year, is designed to…

Columbia Rotarian Joins Bequest Society

September 4, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Capital Rotary Club member Matt LaMarche (left) is honored as a new member of the Bequest Society by Rod Funderburk, governor-elect of Rotary District 7770.  The Society…

Kelly Perritt Joins Providence Hospitals as Marketing & Communications Director

September 4, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Kelly Perritt will join Providence Hospitals as marketing and communications director beginning Sept. 8. In this role, she will coordinate all internal and external communications, including online strategies,…

Mira Winery Continues Expansion of National Distribution Network

September 3, 2014

Napa Winery Adds Leading U.S. Distributors in NY, NJ, PA, DC, TN, NC   CHARLESTON, SC – Mira Winery, which produces critically acclaimed wines of exceptional character and complexity exclusively…

Dr. Diana McGovern, Internist, Joins South Carolina Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care

September 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – South Carolina Veterinary Specialists & Emergency Care (SCVSEC), a specialty veterinary practice with 24-hour emergency care, announces that Diana McGovern, BVMS, MRCVS, has joined the practice. Dr. McGovern…

Dorn VET Radio launched to provide local VA healthcare information

September 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The Wm. Jennings Bryan Dorn VA Medical Center launched Dorn VET Radio via its Facebook page to provide Veterans with an important medium to access VA healthcare and benefit…

SCRA Technology Ventures Company Publishes Phase 2 Clinical Results

September 3, 2014

CHARLESTON, SC – SCRA Technology Ventures’ SC Launch Portfolio Company FirstString Research has completed a recent Phase 2 clinical trial and will be featured in the prestigious Journal of Investigative Dermatology.…

Bridges to be repaired with yes vote this November

September 3, 2014

GREENVILLE, SC – Bridges make up a key portion of a massive infrastructure project that will be completed if voters pass a referendum this November. The Citizens for a Better…

More than 170 residents sign up for District Five Golden Passes

September 3, 2014

IRMO, SC – Lexington-Richland School District Five issued Golden Passes to more than 170 residents during a two-day sign-up event last month. The permanent photo identification card for residents that…

Free Art Classes for Cancer Patients

September 3, 2014

“Healing Icons” at Lexington Medical Center   WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Lexington Medical Center is pleased to offer “Healing Icons,” a series of free art classes for community members who have…

Lexington Medical Center Welcomes Dr. James Brandon Emery

September 3, 2014

Pediatrician Joins Lexington Pediatric Practice   WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Lexington Medical Center is pleased to welcome James Brandon Emery, MD, FAAP, to its network of care. Dr. Emery will join…

U.S. Department of Commerce Invests Nearly $2 Million to Support Entrepreneurs and Startups in South Carolina

September 3, 2014

WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker announced that the Department’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a $1.9 million investment to the University of South Carolina (USC)/Columbia…

Decker Boulevard Demolition Begins

September 3, 2014

Once a popular family restaurant will soon become green space   COLUMBIA, SC – Richland County Councilman Jim Manning announced today that the demolition work has begun at 2628 Decker…

Eddie Williams III, MD and Huong Thi Phan, MD Join The Columbia Medical Group

September 3, 2014

WEST COLUMBIA, SC – Lexington Medical Center is pleased to welcome Eddie M. Williams III, MD and Huong Thi Phan, MD to The Columbia Medical Group, a Lexington Medical Center…

The SCEA Recommends Bakari Sellers for Lt. Governor

September 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The South Carolina Education Association (The SCEA) announced today that it is recommending State Rep. Bakari T. Sellers in the race for South Carolina Lieutenant Governor. “An…

The Hearth Center for Eating Disorders Hosts Free Screening of America the Beautiful 3

September 3, 2014

Wednesday, Oct. 1 at Senate’s End (320 Senate St.) ~   The Hearth Center for Eating Disorders at the Carolina Children’s Home, a comprehensive inpatient and outpatient eating disorder treatment…

#2 in Nation for Wallick Investments’ Core Growth Portfolio

September 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Wallick Investments, LLC, SC-based RIA firm, announced Money Manager Review, San Franciso-based firm providing independent analysis of private money management firms, ranks Wallick Investments Core Growth Composite #2 in…

Capitol Places, Painite Capital and Mashburn Construction Announce $22 Million Residential Project in Downtown Columbia

September 3, 2014

Thirteen 21 Lofts will be Located at the Corner of Lady & Marion Streets   COLUMBIA, SC – Capitol Places, Painite Capital, and Mashburn Construction announced today their plans to…

Ashley Brown Joins Turner Padget

September 3, 2014

FLORENCE, SC –  Turner Padget Graham & Laney, P.A. announced that Ashley L. Brown has joined the firm.   Ms. Brown is based in the Florence office and is a member of…

March of Dimes Adds New Members to Chapter Board of Directors

September 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – The March of Dimes welcomes BZ (Melanie) Giese and Jamie Shuster as a members of the South Carolina Board of Directors. BZ Giese is Director of the Birth…

Richland County Month in Review: August

September 3, 2014

The following are highlights from Richland County Government in August:   Richland County’s IT Department was presented with two prominent awards by Government Management Information Sciences (GMIS), an association of worldwide government…

Professor emeritus wins two professional honors 11 years after retirement

September 3, 2014

Medal and fellowship awarded to Clemson University’s Les Grady CLEMSON, SC – It’s extraordinary enough to win two professional honors a few days apart, but Les Grady did it 11…

Providence Home Care of South Carolina expanding Greenville County offices

September 3, 2014

$2.9 million investment expected to create 167 new jobs GREENVILLE, SC – Providence Home Care of SC, a healthcare services provider, is expanding its South Carolina presence due to increased demand…

Providence Home Care of South Carolina expanding in South Carolina

September 3, 2014

$2.9 million investment expected to create 167 new jobs GREENVILLE, SC – Providence Home Care of SC, a healthcare services provider, is expanding its South Carolina presence due to increased demand…

Record Temps, Record Crowds Flock to Chapin for Labor Day Festivities

September 3, 2014

CHAPIN, SC – Thousands braved the heat to watch this year’s 35th annual Labor Day Parade loop around the lakeside community’s downtown business district, featuring floats by area churches, civic groups and…

Richland County CASA Sets Personal Record with 100 Percent Compliance

September 3, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – For the first time in its 30 years, Richland County’s child advocacy program received a perfect assessment from its national association. Richland County Court Appointed Special Advocates…

Providence Home Care of South Carolina expanding in South Carolina

September 3, 2014

$2.9 million investment expected to create 167 new jobs GREENVILLE, SC – Providence Home Care of SC, a healthcare services provider, is expanding its South Carolina presence due to increased demand…

Collaborative will lead implementation efforts on Reality Check

September 2, 2014

COLUMBIA, SC – Columbia architect Mary Beth Sims Branham, principal of LS3P Architects & Interiors, and Irene Dumas Tyson, director of planning at the Boudreaux Group, have been tapped to lead…